Alfred Publishing Konowitz Bert - Jazz ,Rock Piano Course Level 2 - Electronic Keyboard
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Summary of This Method
This method was designed to open the doors to jazz piano and rock piano in a simple, progressive, and immediately musical way. As a direct complement to Alfred's Basic Piano Library, it naturally integrates into a classical "method" curriculum: you keep your usual reading and practice habits while discovering the rhythmic codes and energy specific to contemporary music.
The content emphasizes learning styles through practice, with pieces and exercises designed to develop the right reflexes: rhythmic placement, typical accompaniments, left-hand patterns, and a more "groove" playing feel. The goal is to make these aesthetics accessible even if you are a beginner in jazz and rock, avoiding jargon and going straight to the essentials.
Whether you are a teacher wanting to introduce modern colors into your lessons or a student wishing to play more contemporary styles on the keyboard, this resource facilitates the transition. It is also very suitable for group work: the instructions are structured to encourage autonomy and collective implementation while remaining effective in private lessons.
Finally, its compatibility with acoustic piano and electronic keyboard allows you to practice anywhere, with the same reading comfort and a play-oriented approach.
Technical specifications
| Musical Genre | Rock | Publication | Sheet music |
| Edition | Alfred | Collection | Alfred's Basic Piano Library |
| Instrumentation | Piano / keyboard | Genre | Jazz / rock piano method |
Questions frequently asked
Does this jazz-rock piano method correspond to level 2?
Level 2 is indicated in the title of the book. The method is designed as a direct supplement to the Alfred’s Basic Piano Library series.
Can Jazz, Rock Piano Course Level 2 be used on an electronic keyboard?
The specified instrumentation is piano/keyboard, with compatibility intended for both acoustic piano and electronic keyboard.
Which styles and techniques are covered in this method?
The content addresses jazz and rock piano through pieces and exercises. The focus is particularly on rhythmic placement, typical accompaniments, and left-hand patterns.
Is the method suitable for learning groove on the piano?
The instructions are oriented towards the sensations of groove playing and the energy of contemporary music. The approach emphasizes style practice without resorting to complex jargon. The exercises aim to establish the rhythmic reflexes typical of jazz and rock.
Can it be used in group piano lessons?
Its structure promotes autonomy and collective implementation while remaining suitable for individual lessons.
